US-based University Hospitals (UH) has launched a remote patient monitoring (RPM) programme powered by HealthSnap to enhance care for patients with uncontrolled hypertension.

Hypertension is stated to affect over 30% of adults in Ohio, contributing to thousands of avoidable hospitalisations.

The programme aims to provide continuous support, improve health results, and minimise the need for hospital visits.

UH operates a network of hospitals and outpatient facilities throughout northern Ohio. Once fully implemented at the UH Primary Care Institute, the RPM service will cover nearly 100 practice sites and support more than 400 providers.

University Hospitals' chief medical officer Dr Anthony Muni said: “At University Hospitals, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in care delivery.

“Collaborating with HealthSnap enables us to better support patients with uncontrolled hypertension between visits, helping them stay connected, adherent, and on track toward healthier outcomes.”

The programme enhances blood pressure management and facilitates timely clinical interventions by providing care teams with ongoing biometric and symptom data.

HealthSnap’s platform integrates seamlessly with UH’s current workflows and EHR systems, ensuring a smooth experience for clinicians and patients alike.

HealthSnap CEO Samson Magid said, “University Hospitals is leading the way in redefining chronic care for the modern era.

“We are proud to support their bold vision with scalable RPM solutions that deliver meaningful outcomes without adding to provider burden.”

Founded in 1866, UH serves communities across 16 counties in northern Ohio through a network of 21 hospitals, over 50 health centres and outpatient facilities, and more than 200 physician offices.

The system is affiliated with several universities and maintains more than 3,000 active clinical trials.

HealthSnap provides integrated RPM, chronic care management, and care coordination solutions for healthcare organisations across the US.